Who – August 24, 2019

Dental

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WHITENING

1. Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA). For Professionals — Teeth whitening product regulation 2013. adia.org.au 2. American Dental Association Council on Scientific Affairs.
   Tooth Whitening/Bleaching: Treatment considerations for dentists and their patients 2009. ada.org 3. Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapists’ Association. Teeth Whitening 2016.
   adohta.net.au 4. Healthdirect. Teeth whitening 2018. healthdirect.gov.au

If you want to change the look of your

smile, teeth whitening may be one way
you can brighten it up. Not sure where
to start? Talk to your dental professional,

who can take you through the different
options available and give you the

rundown on exactly what’s involved. Even
if you’re considering over-the-counter
whitening options, it’s always a good

idea to get a professional opinion first1.

BUPA DENTAL CAN HELP

Did you know Bupa Dental offers teeth

whitening, straightening and veneers, as

well as general dentistry? They can help

you understand your teeth-whitening

options, because they’re your partner

in oral health. Bupa Dental’s friendly

dentists have the qualifications and

knowledge to answer your questions

about oral health.

WHAT CAUSES

DISCOLOURATION?

Your dentist will be able to help

you understand the cause of

any discolouration and whether

teeth whitening is the best way to

address it. Whitening treatments

work better on some shades of

teeth than others 2 , so your dentist

can recommend a plan that’s

tailored to your unique needs and

expectations. There may be other

options available to you, too.

IS THIS PROCEDURE

SAFE FOR ME?

Teeth whitening is a non-invasive

procedure that doesn’t involve

surgery, but there can still be

risks if instructions and regulations

aren’t followed. Teeth whitening is

not recommended for pregnant

or lactating women 3.

HOW LONG DO

RESULTS LAST?

Teeth whitening isn’t permanent,

but in most cases results can last

from six months up to two years.

There’s more chance of your teeth

staying whiter for longer if you

avoid smoking and staining food

and drinks such as tea, coffee

and beetroot^4. A dentist can give

you more in-depth advice about

what to expect.

ASK YOUR

DENTIST

Individual results may vary. Always consult

your health professional.

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